Practical Strategies for Culturally Responsive Teaching

Event Description

Center for Teaching & Learning Presentation

"Practical Strategies for Culturally Responsive Teaching"

Presented by Jill Purdy, EdD

Presentation Description

In today’s college classroom, it is essential that educators utilize culturally responsive strategies. As the population of students becomes more diverse, higher education instructors must understand and implement strategies that address the needs of all students. Participants in this session will explore culturally responsive teaching pedagogy, and specific culturally responsive strategies

 Presenter’s Bio

Dr. Jill Purdy is a Professor and Chair of the Education Department at Cedar Crest College in Allentown, PA.  She has taught in higher education for 16 years. Prior to this, Jill was a middle school educator. Jill holds an Ed.D. in reading and language arts instruction from Widener University.  As a leader, Jill has been elected twice to serve as Faculty President at her institution.  Her research interests include instructional pedagogy, diversity and equity, online instruction, literacy, inclusive practices, and mindfulness.  Jill speaks both nationally and internationally on these topics and provides professional development trainings at all levels.

 Learning Objectives

Upon completion, the learner will be able to:

1. Describe culturally responsive teaching as a means to meet the needs of diverse students.
2. Gain specific strategies that can be implemented into the curriculum, content, and classroom.
3. Explore the next steps as a culturally responsive instructor.

 This presentation help demonstrate compliance with CODA Standards for faculty development in:

• Dental Education Programs – Standard 3-2
• Dental Hygiene Education Programs – Standard 3-8

Event Site Link

https://uthealth.webex.com/uthealth/j.php?MTID=m26ce68446cc39e8e83507777c889bd3d